Book design in a self-published world

There has been a lot of talk in the news lately about big-name publishers opening up self-publishing opportunities under their same company. When a writer decides to self-publish, it's usually because he 1) can't get an agent, or get "discovered" by a big name publisher, or 2) he just wants to get a few books here and there for his close friends and family. No big deal. What about a third group? The die-hard writer who has true talent, and has the drive to get out there and market his book like nobodies business? That's where Tate comes in. We're not a self-publisher, (we don't accept every manuscript that is submitted to us, we offer no-investment contracts, every book is given the custom treatment, etc.) we're what we have coined a "partnership publisher". You, and us, we work together as a team to see the dream realized.

Where does book design come in to all of this, and why is it important? Well, we happen to really love book design. We also believe that custom book design can only help further your promotional efforts. In fact, we have an entire department dedicated to developing custom book covers and layouts- tailored to your specific needs. It is a pretty amazing thing that each author gets to have personal contact with their Book Designers (yes, plural!) and express what they have been dreaming all those years leading up to deciding to publish.

I wanted to share our Flickr page, so you can get a sneak peak into what the cover designers are currently working up. I've also attached some of the gorgeous layout designs that we're currently working on (these are from designer Stephanie Woloszyn). There are no hidden charges for custom cover design, or a custom layout, unlike many self-publishers. We do it because we love your book, and want its success!